Where are you located?  
We are located 6.3 miles north and 2.7 miles east of Battle Ground, Washington.
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What is your mailing address and your physical address?
Our mailing address is: PO Box 3010, Battle Ground, WA 98604.
Our physical address is: 20115 NE 354th St., Yacolt, WA 98675

Can we preview the camp?
Yes, we invite you to come and visit.

What is the camper to staff ratio?
Less than 8:1.

Can parents come to visit during camp?
Visitation during camp is not recommended.  Kids need this time at camp to explore, grow and 
discover what they are capable of  independent of parents.  However, we do consider  requests 
for visits on an as needed basis.

Taking advantage of Sunday Check-in activities will be rewarding for both camper and parent.  Come tour the camp, enjoy a snack and drop off your camper or for Day Camps, pickup your bus pass and see where you will be having all that FUN!!!

Can kids send and receive mail or E-mail from parents and friends?
Yes, letters and E-mails from parents and friends are encouraged for Overnight camps.  Campers may send regular mail, however, they do not have access to outgoing e-mails.  E-mails should be sent to:  Campers@RoyalRidges.org  be sure to put camper name and the camp they are attending in the SUBJECT line. 

Do campers have phone privileges?
Phone lines are limited to office use and camper calls are on an emergency or as needed basis.   Cell phones are not allowed at camp.

How many horses does RRR have?   
Depends on the time of year.  Ranges from 30-60.  All of them are not always ready for camper use.

Do you have a swimming pool?
Yes, we have a 24' circular pool with a 4' depth.

Do my parents or I have to sign a liability release?
Yes, unfortunately it is a required at an activity driven camp.

Does my child have to participate in the Paint ball activities?
Paint ball is always an elective. Parents do not have to select  these activities and may opt out if it conflicts with their parental teachings.  Paintball will never occur without parental permission.

How can I get a job at Royal Ridges?
There are many volunteer and paid positions available at Royal Ridges. 
If you are interested in information or an application 
E-mail us at Horses@RoyalRidges.org

Staff information      

How do you choose your staff?
We choose them in the following order: Staff returning from a prior year, campers
who have aged through our training programs, personal referrals  i.e. current
staff members know and recommend them, recruitment activities at Christian
Colleges with reference checks. All eligible staff are screened through the
WASHINGTON STATE PATROL. 

What is the percentage of returning staff?
Normally over 60%.

What is the age of the staff?
Resident (Over night, week long) Camp staff are graduated
Seniors (+17).  Day Camp senior staff minimum age is 16 years; junior staff
is 14 years

FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS GO TO:  CONTACT US
 

Horse Camps          

Can I choose a cabin partner for Resident Horse Camp?
Yes, you may choose ONE(1) friend. This requires that you choose the friend
and the friend chooses you, so please communicate together and work this out with your friend 
prior to registration. Sending  in registrations together is the best way to assure that you will be together....but we work really hard to make everyone happy!!

Do I have to be an experienced rider to come to Horse Camp?
No. Some campers have never even touched a horse while others have taken
riding lessons for years. Riders are grouped by riding level so every one has fun
learning.

How much time with the horses do we get?
This is a horse camp so everything we do we connect to horses. At a minimum you
will have daily 1 hour blocks of riding lessons, horse science, and trail rides. Plus
you will help tacking and un-tacking, play horse games, and help with the camp chores.

What about safety?
This program is directed by a CHA (Certified Horsemanship Association) instructor and we use CHA safety guidelines as our main source for a providing a SAFE fun environment.

 This includes the use of riding helmets.

Can I bring my own helmet?
Yes, you can if it has the approved safety label attached to the inside of the helmet.

Can I bring my own horse?
No. We have enough horses available at the camp to ride and learn from. You will
learn many things from riding a variety of horses.  It is also a safety issue.  We know our horses and they know each other.  Neither one of us would know your horse.

What should I bring from home?
We recommend you bring the following items: Camera & film (disposables work best),
warm clothing, jacket, plenty of extra socks, light rain gear, boots or shoes with a defined heel,
tennis shoes, sweats (non-restrictive clothing), old clothes that can get muddy, Bible, pen and paper, envelopes and stamps, modest swim suit, change for pop and snacks or extra craft projects, sleeping bag and pillow, towel and washcloth, personal care items, flashlight and batteries.

Can I register for more than one week?
Yes.  We suggest you skip at least one week if you select the same type camp,  Resident and Resident or Day and Day.

DAY CAMPS             

Can I have a group partner at Day Camp?
Yes, you may chose one(1) friend - if - the friend is in the same age or grade as you
are.  Unless the older person is willing to move to the younger persons group. We will not
move the younger person to an older group.

Are there horses at Day Camp?
Yes, each person will have the opportunity to be on a horse at two times once during the week if you want to ride.  We encourage but do not force you to ride. You will also learn some horse science which will include grooming, identification, and instruction.
Day Camp is a fun, activity oriented outdoor nature camp and horses are only one activity
in that program.

Can  I register for more than one week?
Yes, but we would prefer you have several weeks between the two sessions.

What type activities will we be doing?
Activities are available based on the age group. Some potential activities are horse rides, 
hay rides, nature hikes, archery, crafts, field games, slip-n-slide, big swing, swimming,  
box hockey, capture the flag. As the camper gets older they can look forward to more difficult 
or challenging activities. 

ADVENTURE CAMPS     

What is a Ropes Challenge Course?
It is a series of ropes, cables and obstacles suspended between trees from ground
level up to 30 feet.  While this appears to be risky, we put great emphasis
on safety with well trained staff and top quality equipment.  This challenge builds self esteem, confidence, communication skills, and problem solving skills. It is fun and exciting as well. 

How big is your climbing wall?
It is 12' x  38'.

What are Mountain Boards?                                                                                              

They look like Snow Boards with wheels.  They are a BLAST!!!

Where will I stay?
You will be staying in platform tents near the High Ropes Course.

If  you do not find the answers you need here
E-mail us at  Horses@RoyalRidges.org   and we will gladly answer you questions.
 

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